Generated by All in One SEO Pro v4.9.10, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Montana FFA ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://montanaffa.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Pages - [Montana FFA](https://montanaffa.org/) - State FFA Convention & Career/Trade Show March 31-April 4, 2026Great Falls, Montana - Pacific Recycling Arena Volunteer & Convention Schedule Calling Montana Leaders! The Montana FFA Foundation is seeking passionate, community-focused leaders to join our Board of Directors. Help shape the future of agricultural education and support the next generation of Montana’s youth. Learn More - [Annual Report](https://montanaffa.org/foundation/annual-report/) - Montana FFA Foundation Annual Reports 2025 Annual Report 2022 Annual Report 2019 Annual Report 2018 Annual Report 2017 Annual Report Copies of the Montana FFA Foundation’s 990 tax filings can be provided upon request. - [Montana FFA Ag Expo](https://montanaffa.org/association/news-events/montana-ffa-ag-expo/) - Thank you to our 2025 donors! - [Contact The Montana FFA Foundation](https://montanaffa.org/foundation/contact-us/) - Montana FFA Foundation821 N 27th Street, #2074Billings, MT 59101(406) 659-7949Email Megan IrionExecutive Director(406) 581-9299 - cell Email Abbey WolenetzDevelopment and Operations Coordinator(406) 369-0963Email Foundation Board of Directors Megan IrionExecutive Director406-581-9299Email Meet Megan Mark SinnardBoard of DirectorsWilsall, MTEmail Belinda DarlintonBoard of DirectorsGreat Falls, MTEmail Andy BeggerHarlowtown, MTEmail John WalkerNashua, MTEmail DuWayne WilsonScobey, MTEmail Shelley AndresEvaro, MTEmail Upcoming - [Contact](https://montanaffa.org/contact/) - Who should I contact? There are many sectors in FFA, and it can be hard to determine who is the best person to contact. Below will explain the role of each sector of the Montana FFA Organization. Montana FFA Association Agricultural instructors, FFA programs, volunteering, or general FFA questions. Jim RoseState FFA Advisor119 Linfield HallPO - [Calling Montana Leaders!](https://montanaffa.org/calling-montana-leaders/) - The Montana FFA Foundation is seeking passionate, community-focused leaders to join our Board of Directors. Help shape the future of agricultural education and support the next generation of Montana’s youth. Leadership with purpose Impact across our state Support Montana’s ag students Contact Megan at megan.irion@montanaffa.org - [Montana State FFA Convention](https://montanaffa.org/association/news-events/montana-state-ffa-convention/) - 2026 2025 State Convention & Career/Trade Show will be in Great Falls, Montana March 31-April 4, 2026 at the Pacific Recycling Arena. For sponsorship and trade show contact foundation@montanaffa.org. Over 2,100 members and guests attended Montana FFA’s 95th Annual State Convention April 1-5, 2025 in Bozeman, Montana. The Montana FFA State Convention hosted 23 career - [Fusion](https://montanaffa.org/fusion/) - Fusion Career Summit EXCITING NEWS The Montana FFA Foundation is proud to announce the enhanced partnership with Columbia Grain. As of 2025 the Fusion Career Summit is the COLUMBIA GRAIN FUSION CAREER SUMMIT. Columbia Grain has been a longtime supporter of Montana FFA and now having this signature event ensures the strength of our partnership. - [Contact The Montana FFA Alumni](https://montanaffa.org/alumni/contact-the-montana-ffa-alumni/) - Montana FFA Alumni Association P.O. Box 1129 Manhattan, MT 59741 Email Contact Information for the Montana FFA Alumni Executive Board Follow The Montana FFA Alumni on Facebook - [Resources](https://montanaffa.org/alumni/resources/) - The National FFA Alumni Association has developed numerous resources to assist Alumni chapters in supporting local FFA programs. Some common resources, including materials tailored to Alumni chapters in Montana, are provided below, and a complete list of resources for download may be found under Alumni Chapter Resources at FFA.org. You will need to be logged into an FFA.org account - [Applications](https://montanaffa.org/applications/) - Conferences Alumni Leadership Camp - June 18-21, 2026 Applications are due May 15th. National FFA Convention Reimbursement Stipend Application If you had a team or individual student that competed and represented Montana FFA at the National FFA Convention, you qualify for funding! All teams and individuals that competed are eligible. We will not be awarding - [Ways to Support](https://montanaffa.org/foundation/ways-to-support/) - Why Give? FFA involvement reaches far beyond agriculture, creating motivated, self-starters who can enter the workforce in all industries with work-ready skills, responsible work ethic, and problem-solving skills. Your gift not only impacts our 7,000+ members but the families and communities surrounding our programs, as well. Your gift allows us to build future leaders for - [Slider TEst](https://montanaffa.org/slider-test/) - National FFA Week February 21-28, 2026 Donate State FFA Convention & Career/Trade Show March 31-April 4, 2026Great Falls, Montana - Pacific Recycling ArenaFind out more about sponsorship and the trade show. Learn More Montana FFA Foundation Scholarships Due March 1, 2026 Apply Here Calling Montana Leaders! The Montana FFA Foundation is seeking passionate, community-focused leaders - [Website Corrections](https://montanaffa.org/website-corrections/) - Do you see a problem with our website? Send us a message with the form below and we will get it fixed! - [Career Center](https://montanaffa.org/foundation/partners/career-center/) - Employment Opportunities Employers: contact the Montana FFA Foundation if you’d like an internship or job opportunity sent to our FFA members and their advisors! Job Fairs / Conferences Montana FFA Career Fair: November 2025 Held in conjunction with the Montana FFA Ag Expo Montana FFA Career Expo: March 2025 Location: Great Falls, MT Look for our registration on the - [Commodity Tour News](https://montanaffa.org/association/news-events/commodity-tour/) - The National FFA Organization plays a large role in the lives of students across the State of Montana. This program first started in 1928 and has since spread across all 50 states and 5 territories. Chartered in 1930, the Montana Association has a membership of over 6900 students, representing 111 chapters. The FFA Motto is - [State Officers](https://montanaffa.org/association/state-officers/) - New State FFA Officers were selected for 2025-26 and are as follows: Claire Murnin – President from ShepherdCole Waldusky – 1st VP from ConradKyona Yeager – 2nd VP from FairfieldMorgan Bisel – Secretary from CorvallisKylee Finn – Treasurer from CascadeAutumn Benson – Reporter from CorvallisWeston Sondeno – Sentinel from Big TimberSavanna Freitas – Parliamentarian from - [Scholarships](https://montanaffa.org/foundation/ways-to-support/scholarships/) - Leave a Legacy Our scholarship programs allow our students to continue their personal growth and education while developing an educated workforce for Montana and beyond. There are three areas we support through scholarships: FFA Scholarships – Scholarships help our FFA students in all sectors of business – from nursing or engineering to Ag and mechanics - [Contact The Montana FFA Association](https://montanaffa.org/association/contact-the-montana-ffa-association/) - Jim RoseState Advisor119 Linfield Hall, PO Box 172855Bozeman, MT 59717-2855406-994-7050Email Board of Trustees Caleb IgoChairpersonBeaverhead406-209-7514Email Kari HansonPark City406-633-2350Email Kellan StandleyBainville406-493-5354Email Rodney BraatenRuby Valley406-596-9696Email Neela HammersteinCorvallis406-274-0098Email Ag Teacher Directory Montana Ag Ed Directory - [Student Growth](https://montanaffa.org/association/student-growth/) - Montana FFA Districts and Chapters Map View contest results on Judging Card. Visit the Agricultural Experience Tracker to keep records for your FFA activities and Supervised Agricultural Experiences. - [Who We Are](https://montanaffa.org/association/who-we-are/) - Who We Are FFA Mission FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education. “Future Farmers of America” was founded by a group of young farmers in 1928. Their mission was to prepare future generations for the challenges of - [Montana FFA History](https://montanaffa.org/association/montana-ffa-history/) - In 1928, 33 students from 18 states gathered in Kansas City, Missouri to form the Future Farmers of America. In 1929, national blue and corn gold became the official colors of FFA. A year later, the official FFA Creed was adopted and the iconic blue corduroy Official Dress followed in 1933. 1935 saw the formation - [Donate](https://montanaffa.org/donate/) - If you would like to make a donation to the Montana FFA Foundation please fill out the information below. Thank you for supporting the future of agriculture! The Montana FFA Foundation, Alumni and, of course, the members appreciate your generosity. WAYS TO GIVE Monthly Giving – Rising Sun Club You can support Montana FFA all - [Blue & Gold Golf Tournament](https://montanaffa.org/association/news-events/blue-gold-golf-tournament/) - 20th Annual Blue and Gold Golf Tournament Thanks to all who participated September 13, 2025! 1st place team MSU College of Ag 2nd place team Yellowstone Bank 3rd place team Burnt Fork Vet Clinic Pryor Creek Golf CourseHuntley, Montana Golf Teams CASCADE FFA ALUMNI FRONTLINE AG TRACTOR & EQUIPMENT COMPANY R HEART CATERING STOCKMAN BANK - [MAAE Award Winners](https://montanaffa.org/maae/maae-award-winners/) - 2025 Award Winners Rookie of the YearAllison Denton Teachers Turn the KeyDevin McClayland Outstanding Early Career TeacherNeela Hammerstein Outstanding Agricultural Education Teacher (Teacher of the Year)Caleb Igo Teacher MentorJustin Huepel Agricultural Program of the YearBig Timber Postsecondary Program of the YearMSU - DATE Ideas UnlimitedJesse Dines Administrator of the YearCammie Knapp Corvallis Outstanding Service CitationBen Meyer - [News & Events](https://montanaffa.org/association/news-events/) - Events Calendar Download the 2025-26 Montana Ag Ed Calendar - [National Convention](https://montanaffa.org/association/news-events/national-convention/) - National Convention Montana FFA Members recently returned from participation at the 2024 National FFA Convention and Expo held in Indianapolis, IN. Approximately six hundred Montana students attended the convention where they engaged in competitions, leadership workshops, tours and educational seminars. This annual event attracted nearly 71,000 members from across the nation. In the National Veterinary - [Partners](https://montanaffa.org/foundation/partners/) - Benefits of Partnering As an FFA partner, you are investing in the future of Montana and supporting 7,000 students as they grow in leadership and skills training. Recognition in our newsletter (Reaching 2,000 households) Permission to use FFA Brand in your branding/marketing Marketing opportunities at FFA events to our student, Alumni, and FFA families (approximately - [Foundation Awards](https://montanaffa.org/foundation/foundation-awards/) - Friend of the Foundation Award The Friends of the Foundation have offered Montana FFA more than just financial resources. They have given their time and shared their talents, insights, and resources with FFA members on multiple occasions. These donors are proof that the legacy of FFA extends beyond one’s time spent in the blue jacket. - [Foundation Newsletter](https://montanaffa.org/foundation/foundation-newsletter/) - Montana FFA Foundation Newsletter Megan Irion Introduction Letter 2025 Spring 2023 Newsletter Summer 2021 Newsletter Winter 2020 Newsletter Summer 2019 Newsletter Winter 2019 Newsletter Fall 2018 Newsletter Summer 2018 Newsletter Spring 2018 Newsletter Winter 2018 Newsletter Fall 2017 Newsletter Spring 2017 Newsletter Fall Newsletter 2016 Summer 2016 Newsletter Spring 2016 Newsletter - [Career & Leadership Development Events](https://montanaffa.org/association/career-leadership-development-events/) - Career and Leadership Development Events provide FFA members with competitive hands-on learning opportunities in various career areas. Any CDE information that is not addressed in the handbook below can be found at FFA.org. 2022-2027 Montana FFA CDE Handbook - [Special Projects](https://montanaffa.org/foundation/ways-to-support/special-projects/) - State Convention Support We provide financial support to the FFA Association to plan and host the annual FFA State Convention. With over 2,500 FFA members and their families involved, the FFA State Convention is the culmination of the FFA year with career development event contests, special leadership sessions, trade show and workshops during the four - [About Us](https://montanaffa.org/foundation/about-us/) - Who Are We? The Montana FFA Foundation’s mission is to cultivate partnerships, promote awareness and secure resources to enhance Agricultural Education and the Montana FFA Association. Who Do We Support? We support Montana FFA members at the state, local, and student level through leadership development, personal growth in scholarships and grants, and local chapter support - [About MAAE](https://montanaffa.org/maae/about-maae/) - The MAAE stands for the Montana Association of Agricultural Educators. The MAAE is affiliated with NAAE, MACTE, and ACTE. MAAE is the professional organization of the agricultural education instructors of Montana. We advocate for agricultural education, provide professional development for agricultural educators, and work to recruit and retain agricultural educators in the profession. Membership Dues - [About Us](https://montanaffa.org/alumni/about-us/) - Agriculture teachers rely on FFA Alumni to help them get more support from the community for their agriculture programs and to give them more time and freedom to do what they do best – teach kids. FFA relies on alumni members for help with recruiting students and raising funds for chapter activities and scholarships. FFA - [Contact MAAE](https://montanaffa.org/maae/contact-maae/) - Officers Kellan StandleyPresidentBainville FFA(406) 769-2321 X 126Email Rich DarrahVice PresidentKalispell FFA(406) 751-3500 X 3960 Cindy ArnottSecretaryMissoula FFA(406) 728-2400 X8604Email Ethan IgoTreasurerWibaux FFA(406) 796-2474Email - [Chapter Engagement](https://montanaffa.org/association/student-growth/chapter-engagement/) - Fundraising Opportunities Fruit Sales Concessions Donkey Basketball Chili or Spaghetti Feed Banquet Labor Auction Community Service Highway Clean-up Building Benches Partners in Active Learning Support (PALS) Bonding Activities musical chairs dance lessons movie night water fight dummy roping goldfish races sumo wrestling river dates (aka fishing) CDE games sack races football FFA Week Scavenger Hunt: - [Get Involved](https://montanaffa.org/alumni/get-involved/) - Membership in the National FFA Alumni Association is open to anyone who is interested in supporting and promoting agriculture, agricultural education and the FFA on the local, state and national level. If you are proud of FFA and want to help local FFA members acquire knowledge and experience from agricultural education and FFA activities – - [Supervised Agricultural Experiences](https://montanaffa.org/association/student-growth/supervised-agricultural-experiences/) - An agricultural education program is made up of three integrated parts: classroom instruction, FFA and a supervised agricultural experience (SAE). The SAE is a required component of a total agricultural education program and intended for every student. Through their involvement in the SAE program, students are able to consider multiple careers and occupations, learn expected - [POA](https://montanaffa.org/association/student-growth/poa/) - The Program of Activities (POA) is a required document that serves as a road map for chapters at the local level. Each chapter turns its POA into the State Association, and it ensures that chapters are accomplishing their goals and meeting the needs of members and communities. The POA is divided into three sections: Growing - [Meeting Ideas](https://montanaffa.org/association/student-growth/meeting-ideas/) - Meeting attendance is necessary to chapter success, but sometimes it is difficult to achieve. Making meetings more fun and meaningful will help to increase the number of members in attendance. When planning the meeting be sure to: Create a list of business items to discuss. Be sure to include some topic of discussion that will - [Chapter Officer Roles](https://montanaffa.org/association/student-growth/chapter-officer-roles/) - The heart of the association is at the local level. Each chapter elects their own team of officers. These offices typically consist of the President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Reporter, and Sentinel. Additional offices may be added to meet the needs of a specific chapter. Chapter officers play a vital role in the success of - [Leadership Development](https://montanaffa.org/foundation/ways-to-support/leadership-development/) - Fusion Career Summit Today’s students are tomorrow’s leaders. At Montana FFA, we take work-based learning and career development understanding as a core priority in our vision of serving all students. This summit brings together students with industry experts, allowing them to explore career opportunities. There is a leadership and personal growth pathway for students desiring - [Alumni](https://montanaffa.org/alumni/) - [MAAE](https://montanaffa.org/maae/) - [Foundation](https://montanaffa.org/foundation/) - [Association](https://montanaffa.org/association/) ## Important Dates - [CDE Bids Due](https://montanaffa.org/important-date/cde-bids-due/) ## Officers - [Jordan Leach](https://montanaffa.org/officer/jordan-leach/) - [Reagan Long](https://montanaffa.org/officer/reagan-long/) - [Romulus Hiner](https://montanaffa.org/officer/romulus-hiner/) - [Emma Lou Slivka](https://montanaffa.org/officer/emma-lou-slivka/) - [Sierra Mauland](https://montanaffa.org/officer/sierra-mauland/) - [Grace Mosher](https://montanaffa.org/officer/grace-mosher/) - [Ryan Bal](https://montanaffa.org/officer/ryan-bal/) - [Grace McPherson](https://montanaffa.org/officer/grace-mcpherson/)